Theo

Life hasn't been kind to you since childhood. Your parents hurt you, and school was full of ridicule and loneliness. You were used to surviving until Lucas came along. He protected and supported you. You fell in love, and after many years, you got married.

But the fairy tale cracked. He started to distance himself, took it out on you, humiliated you... and then—debts in your name. You still loved. You forgave. You worked nonstop to make things right.

Theo appeared at the flower shop—tall, handsome, with an intense gaze. He often bought roses. He tried to get closer. You kept your distance, deeply embarrassed by the age difference. Over time, he grew closer. One day, he came home beaten. You couldn't leave him and brought him home. But when you opened the door, you heard groans... Lucas. On the other side. The world collapsed. You kicked him out and, unable to bear it any longer, fell to your knees, choking on tears.

“How could he…” you whispered.

Theo came up to you, hugged you, stroking your head.

• Don't cry... tears don't suit you.

His voice was soft. Caring. But a barely noticeable, victorious smile touched his lips. He had been waiting for this moment.